Debt-to-Equity Ratio
Higher than 21% of Consumer Cyclical sector peers
Updated 887h ago
Sector Performance
21th percentileDECK
0.15x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.16x
Deep Analysis
Deckers Outdoor Corporation's debt-to-equity ratio of 0.15x means the company uses very little borrowed money compared to the value shareholders have invested—a low figure that indicates conservative financing.
This ratio sits well below the sector median of 0.74x, placing Deckers in the 18th percentile among Consumer Cyclical peers, so the company carries far less debt than most competitors. No year-over-year or quarter-over-quarter changes are available, and the trend over the last eight quarters is also not provided, leaving the direction of this metric unknown. The combination of a very low debt level and the absence of trend data suggests limited immediate financial risk from leverage, but it also offers no insight into whether the company is increasing or reducing that risk over time. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict because while low debt is typically a positive signal, it does not by itself justify a bullish or bearish stance when other factors are not considered.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Debt-to-Equity Ratio tell investors about DECK?
Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.
How is the Debt-to-Equity Ratio calculated?
Debt-to-Equity Ratio is calculated as: Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity.
How does DECK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio compare to its sector?
DECK's Debt-to-Equity Ratio of 0.15x compares to a Consumer Cyclical sector median of 0.47x, placing it in the 21th percentile.
Who are DECK's closest peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio?
The closest Consumer Cyclical peers by Debt-to-Equity Ratio include: ABNB (0.33x), COLM (0.30x), BROS (0.29x), BABA (0.25x), PHM (0.19x).
The Formula
Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity
Why It Matters
Shows how much a company is financing its operations through debt vs shareholder funds. High D/E can amplify returns — and losses.
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0.15x
Sector Median
0.47x
Sector Avg
1.16x
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